Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Armstrong Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Armstrong Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Armstrong Elementary School's student population of 450 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Armstrong Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Armstrong Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#308 out of 8079 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
9%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
76%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Armstrong Elementary School's ranking?
Armstrong Elementary School is ranked #308 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Armstrong Elementary School often compared to?
Armstrong Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bradfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Armstrong Elementary School?
450 students attend Armstrong Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Armstrong Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Armstrong Elementary School?
Armstrong Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Armstrong Elementary School offer ?
Armstrong Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Armstrong Elementary School part of?
Armstrong Elementary School is part of Highland Park ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Armstrong Elementary School located?
Armstrong Elementary School is located in the Park Cities neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 7 other public schools located in Park Cities.
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